King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And said, I pray you, brethren, do not so wickedly.
Complete Jewish Bible:
and said, "Please, my brothers, don't do such a wicked thing.
Berean Standard Bible:
“Please, my brothers,” he pleaded, “don’t do such a wicked thing!
American Standard Version:
And he said, I pray you, my brethren, do not so wickedly.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And said{H559}, I pray you, brethren{H251}, do not so wickedly{H7489}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Leviticus 20:13
- If a man also lie with mankind, as he lieth with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death; their blood [shall be] upon them.
Genesis 19:4
- ¶ But before they lay down, the men of the city, [even] the men of Sodom, compassed the house round, both old and young, all the people from every quarter:
Leviticus 18:22
- Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it [is] abomination.
Romans 1:24
- Wherefore God also gave them up to uncleanness through the lusts of their own hearts, to dishonour their own bodies between themselves:
Judges 19:23
- And the man, the master of the house, went out unto them, and said unto them, Nay, my brethren, [nay], I pray you, do not [so] wickedly; seeing that this man is come into mine house, do not this folly.
1 Corinthians 6:9
- ¶ Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind,
1 Corinthians 6:11
- And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God.
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Commentary for Genesis 19:7
Genesis 19:7 is a part of the narrative concerning the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, two cities notorious in biblical literature for their moral depravity. In the broader context, two angels, in the form of men, visit the city of Sodom where Lot, the nephew of Abraham, resides. Lot welcomes these strangers into his home to protect them from the hostile intentions of the townspeople. In verse 19:7, Lot addresses the men of Sodom, pleading with them to refrain from committing a grievous sin. The specific sin referred to is the intended sexual assault of Lot's guests, which is indicative of the city's widespread sexual immorality and violence.
The themes present in this verse include hospitality, the stark contrast between righteousness and wickedness, and the consequences of sinful behavior. Lot's actions reflect the ancient Near Eastern custom of hospitality, where guests are to be treated with respect and protection. His plea to the men of Sodom underscores the gravity of their intended crime and the moral corruption that has taken root in the city. Historically, this verse is often interpreted within the context of the broader narrative as a condemnation of homosexual acts, though modern interpretations may also emphasize the violation of hospitality and the threat of sexual violence regardless of sexual orientation.
In the wider biblical narrative, this event serves as a precursor to the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah by divine judgment, illustrating the theme that unrepentant sin will ultimately lead to ruin. Lot's moral stance, despite living in a corrupt society, also highlights the importance of personal integrity and adherence to a higher moral law, even when it is unpopular or dangerous to do so.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H559
There are 4434 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָמַר
Transliteration: ʼâmar
Pronunciation: aw-mar'
Description: a primitive root; to say (used with great latitude); answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. - Strong's Number: H251
There are 636 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָח
Transliteration: ʼâch
Pronunciation: awkh
Description: a primitive word; a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance (like father)); another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. - Strong's Number: H7489
There are 80 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רָעַע
Transliteration: râʻaʻ
Pronunciation: raw-ah'
Description: a primitive root; properly, to spoil (literally, by breaking to pieces); figuratively, to make (or be) good fornothing, i.e. bad (physically, socially or morally); afflict, associate selves (by mistake for רָעָה), break (down, in pieces), [phrase] displease, (be, bring, do) evil (doer, entreat, man), show self friendly (by mistake for רָעָה), do harm, (do) hurt, (behave self, deal) ill, [idiom] indeed, do mischief, punish, still, vex, (do) wicked (doer, -ly), be (deal, do) worse.